Mets bring back Byrdak

Flushing, NY (Sports Network) - The New York Mets have agreed to terms with
left-handed reliever Tim Byrdak on a minor league contract.

The 39-year-old has spent the past two seasons with the Mets. In 2012, he
appeared in 56 games and pitched to a 2-2 record with a 4.40 ERA before
tearing the anterior capsule in his left shoulder in early August, ending his
campaign.

In 11 seasons, Byrdak has pitched in 471 games, logging 335 innings while
compiling a 13-13 record and a 4.30 ERA.